Lake County Lifestyle
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‘A huge opportunity’: Release of four piping plovers could expand breeding population of endangered shorebirdJul 24, 2025 5:52 pm - The release this week of four piping plover fledglings reared in captivity at a secluded beach area on Lake Michigan raises the possibility of two more nesting sites for the federally endangered bird species in Waukegan.
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Ride Illinois offers guidelines for regulating e-bike useJul 23, 2025 10:42 am - Electric bikes and scooters are gaining popularity, leading to municipal ordinances regulating their use. Ride Illinois released guidelines hoping to introduce uniformity across communities.
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‘The Khayat touch’: Former Gurnee Holiday Inn being renovated and converted to apartments, boutique roomsJul 23, 2025 9:15 am - Khayat Enterprises, well known in Lake County, is in the midst of its of largest venture yet — the renovation and conversion of the former Holiday Inn in Gurnee to Ten Hotel Convention Center and Residences.
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It just works: Chicago Dog Deep Dish pizza collab from Portillo’s, Lou Malnati’s surprisingly deliciousJul 22, 2025 4:23 pm - We tried the new Chicago Dog Deep Dish pizza from Lou Malnati’s and Portillo’s. Yep, that’s mustard on a pizza.
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Home & garden calendar, July 27 to Aug. 2Jul 22, 2025 2:24 pm - Upcoming events include garden club meetings, plant swaps, and tours covering topics like holiday decor, topiary making, tree crops, and wrapping up gardens for fall.
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Bringing the outdoors in: Tips for creating a floral displayJul 22, 2025 1:05 pm - This is a good time to cut some of your outdoor flowers for an indoor display.
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‘Really incredible’: Zoo’s new Gorilla Conservation Center brings students and animals togetherJul 20, 2025 9:00 pm - Brookfield Zoo Chicago has unveiled a prominent new home for the King Conservation Leadership Academy. And it has “one of the best views, I think, any classroom anywhere ever will have,” a zoo leader said.
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‘This is a blessing’: Suburban charity helps retired police dogs get health careJul 18, 2025 5:45 am - Like a lot of retirees, Hogyn tries to stay active. He runs. He plays. He does his best to keep up with the younger crowd — all while battling arthritis and nagging skin ...
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‘An investment in compassion’: Recovered gift of nearly $201K presented to beloved animal shelterJul 16, 2025 8:32 pm - The last wishes of an anonymous donor were honored this week and a beloved animal shelter got a welcome boost as a result of a state consumer protection initiative to return unclaimed assets to rightful owners.
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12 hours of running: Man completes 54-mile Des Plaines River Trail in a single pushJul 16, 2025 2:50 pm - Scott Drews spent last summer chasing a personal challenge. After months of training, he ran the entire 54.5-mile Des Plaines River Trail — start to finish — in a single day.